Mumbai: Here’s some good news for Salman Khan’s fans as the actor is all set to essay the role of Lord Hanuman. If buzz is to be believed, superstar Salman Khan has been approached to play the character of Lord Hanuman in the modern version of mega epic Ramayana by Hollywood fame Indian producer Uru Patel.Reportedly, Aamir Khan was initially approached for the role but things did not work out as the actor was busy in other projects.

It is reported that setting in the milieu of modern New York Uru’s Ramayana will see the re-birth of the epic character Hanunam. According to sources, Shilpa Shetty who has recently given birth to a baby boy has been approached for the role of Mata “Sita”.

Reportedly, Hollywood star Keanu Reeves will play Ram and Gary Oldman will essay the role of Raavan.From being a romantic chocolate boy to action punched roles, Salman has done everything to the T. Now let’s see how this ‘Dabangg’ star gives flesh and blood to the epic character Hanuman in modern Ramayana.